Public Meeting - Brownsville District Public Transportation for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Where: | La Plaza at Brownsville Terminal 755 International Blvd. Brownsville, TX 78520 |
When: | Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 11 a.m. |
Purpose: | TxDOT is hosting a public meeting to connect people interested in public transportation with transit providers in your area. | ||
Description: | TxDOT is hosting a series of public outreach meetings regarding public transportation in rural communities throughout the state. Public transportation provides mobility options, reduces traffic congestion, conserves fuel, improves air quality, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports emergency preparedness in the areas it serves. TxDOT promotes and supports public transportation by collaborating with local governments, non-profit entities and other transportation providers. TxDOT provides funding to assist the needs of elderly individuals and persons with disabilities when current transportation service is unavailable, insufficient or inappropriate. Staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about the federal 5310 grant program, for the special needs of senior citizens and individuals with disabilities. |
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Contact: | TxDOT Public Transportation Division 3712 Jackson Ave. Austin, TX 78731 (512) 374-5230 |